Develop updated street design standards that allow for and balance the needs of all forms of transportation.

Provide opportunities for healthy lifestyles through walking as a primary mode of transportation.

Make transit a more attractive option for all City residents.

Enhance the bicycle network by expanding bicycle facilities that are safe, comfortable, and easily accessible.

ABOUT THE PLAN

MoveDSM is Des Moines’ first citywide transportation planning effort. MoveDSM will establish a multi-modal
vision for transportation in Des Moines over the next 25 years. The MoveDSM
plan will clearly identify how transportation supports the City’s goals outlined in PlanDSM for safety, quality of life and economic development and ensure that Des Moines is best positioned to provide transportation options for all citizens in every stage of life.

GET INVOLVED

There are lots of ways to stay up-to-date on project information and learn more about the plan development process. The links below will connect you with resources on this webpage and other ways to get involved:

Imagine the Future! Tell us how you think local and national transportation trends will impact Des Moines.

PlanDSM

PlanDSM | Creating Our Tomorrow is the City of Des Moines' Comprehensive Plan for how it will grow into the future. It consists of a vision statement of values the City considers important for the future; goals and policies for eight different Plan elements; a separate element addressing social equity; an implementation chapter describing how the Plan can be realized; and, a Future Land Use Map.